The Blimpie Express Approach
Back in 1964, Blimpie was launched by three high school friends who dreamed of opening their own sandwich shop in New Jersey. The business quickly took off, becoming one of the leading sub sandwich restaurants in the country and delighting guests with popular menu items like the Hoboken Hero and the Spicy Italian. As a top choice for quick lunches and quality meals nationwide, this legacy is what the Blimpie Express business model is built on, taking a beloved concept and transforming it into a food franchise with a smaller footprint and compact design that thrives in convenience stores nationwide.
By operating in minimal spaces with high foot traffic, franchisees can tap into an existing customer base while taking advantage of affordable franchise costs. With proven systems, national brand recognition, and support that covers different aspects of ownership, you can hit the ground running as a franchisee with the tools and resources needed to start attracting guests and grow your business. For entrepreneurs with existing c-stores, our franchise opportunities serve as the perfect addition to your business, allowing you to diversify your revenue streams and bring a trusted brand to your community.
Converting Your Convenience Store
A key benefit of joining the Blimpie Express network is the prefabricated, three-part model that takes the guesswork out of the opening process. Many owners are up and running in a matter of days, thanks to the quick installation of this unique model. And if you already have a walk-in freezer, a three-compartment sink, and other back-of-house essentials, then you’re already on your way to serving guests with minimal disruption to your existing business. This simplified approach allows franchisees to turn their c-store into a hub for quality sub sandwiches and community connections, without the challenges and roadblocks that come with long construction and installation times.
The Blimpie Express food franchise opportunity is also perfect for multi-unit franchise owners looking to grow their portfolio. Because our rapid build-out and plug-and-play model works in different locations, you can bring the signature taste of our sub sandwiches to different c-stores, food courts, hospitals, and travel plazas. Simply install our prefabricated unit, connect your utilities, and quickly launch your new franchise. It’s a system that continues to attract franchisees excited to enter ownership with the systems in place that make growth seamless.
Support Systems That Help You Grow
At Blimpie Express, comprehensive support is in place to ensure you can deliver our standout guest experience with full confidence. Our training covers everything you need to become familiar with the Blimpie Express brand, including how to prepare our fan favorite sandwiches, deliver excellent customer service, and manage your finances. Outside of getting you up to speed, ongoing support is available to give you all the guidance you need to thrive as an owner. This includes marketing assistance to help you attract guests and the opportunity to ask questions, address challenges, and troubleshoot issues with our team. We’re there every step of the way so you never feel abandoned on your journey.
“The support we provide to our franchise owners is outstanding,” says Jeff Wallace, Vice President of Operations at our parent company, Kahala Brands. “We meet with our franchise owners on a regular basis, both in-person and virtually. We want to help them reach their goals and continue to grow. When they succeed, we succeed – and with Blimpie, you’re never alone in business.”
Starting Your Food Franchise with Blimpie Express
Starting a food franchise has never been easier with the Blimpie Express model that simplifies the process, from start to finish. Our prefabricated model makes for a quick installation that can allow you to start serving guests in mere days. For c-store owners, this opportunity is especially appealing. With an existing business and a customer base that already frequents your store, you can offer your guests even more reasons to visit with a trusted and recognized brand that guests across the country know and love. This is your chance to add another revenue stream, pursue multi-unit growth, and benefit from the proven, reliable systems that we’ve developed over decades.
Ready to expand your business with Blimpie Express? Visit our research pages to explore in-depth information about our business model, startup costs, support systems, and the benefits of joining our franchise network. To take the next step in becoming a franchise owner, we invite you to submit our online inquiry form and connect with our team. We’ll be in touch to discuss your goals, answer any questions, and help you bring Blimpie Express to your community.